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ASU's Robbie Mathers, left, flips around UNC's Sonny Espinoza in a 141-pound matchup during a meet against the University of Northern Colorado at Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015. The Sun Devils took down the UNC Bears 21-14.

ASU wrestling has tough first day at NCAA Championships

Five of ASU's six wrestlers remain in the competition heading into Friday.

By Ben Flores | March 17, 2016

Phil Mickelson signs autographs for fans at the Waste Management Phoenix Open on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016, at TPC Scottsdale.

Young people should embrace the PGA Tour

The youthful PGA doesn’t deserve its “old” stigma, and the Tour should model more of its tournaments after the Phoenix Open.

By Matt Layman | March 17, 2016

Junior pitcher Seth Martinez pitches during a game against Xavier at Phoenix Municipal Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016. The Sun Devils won the matchup, 2-1.

ASU baseball set to begin conference play Friday

Dirt on the Spikes: Our baseball reporters walk you through the Sun Devil walk-offs of the last two weeks and give you a glimpse of this weekend's opening conference series.

By Justin Toscano and Haley Stesiak | March 17, 2016

Senior Guard Elisha Davis jumps to score against the Florida State Seminoles during a game on Monday, Dec. 21, 2015, at the Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe.

ASU women's basketball "excited" for first weekend of NCAA tournament

The Sun Devils aim for two victories in the Tempe sub-regional.

By Ryan Clarke | March 17, 2016

ASU softball to open up Pac-12 play against rival Arizona

With a three-game series, the Sun Devils look to win over the Territorial Cup.

By Leah Brunette | March 17, 2016

Sun Devil senior Matt Kraus and Geordan Martinez from Boise State take it to the mat during the final match between the two schools on Sunday, Nov. 21, at the Wells Fargo Arena in Tempe, AZ.

Sun Devils in New York state of mind for the NCAA Wrestling Championships

For the wrestlers who enter the mat this week, dreams may become a reality.

By Ben Flores | March 16, 2016

Meiji University outfielder Hitoshi Kase leads off first with Christopher Beall playing defense during the exhibition game at Phoenix Municipal Stadium on Tuesday, March 15, 2016.  ASU baseball won 4-3.

Snow's walk-off single wins exhibition game for ASU baseball

The Sun Devils' fourth consecutive walk-off victory came in an exhibition game against a Tokyo team.

By Justin Toscano | March 15, 2016

Desirae Krawczyk and Stephanie Vlad celebrate with a fist bump during the match-up against the California Bears on Friday, March 4, 2016, at the Whiteman Tennis Center in Tempe, AZ.

A Sun Devil's guide to tennis

Instead of Saturday morning cartoons, you can take one of the few remaining opportunities to see the 2016 ASU tennis team play live.

By Logan Newman | March 15, 2016

A football practice held in the Fall of 2014.

Quarterback battle headlines start of ASU football spring practices

The Sun Devils opened spring practice on Monday.

By Justin Toscano | March 14, 2016

ASU center Quinn Dornstauder and the rest of the women’s basketball team ring in their 22nd win of the season at the ASU vs Stanford women’s basketball game on Feb. 6, 2015 at the Wells Fargo Arena.

ASU women's basketball earns No. 2 seed in NCAA tournament, will face New Mexico State

The Sun Devils were surprised with their placement on selection Monday.

By Ryan Clarke | March 14, 2016

48 hours in Las Vegas: An outsider’s view of the City of Lights

What happened in Vegas during the Pac-12 men's basketball tournament, from the perspective of a first-time visitor.

By Stefan Modrich | March 14, 2016

Sophomore pitcher Breanna Macha opened the Sun Devil home opener at Farrington Stadium in Tempe, AZ, on Thursday, Feb.11, 2016.

ASU softball's Breanna Macha works to perfect her pitching through new techniques

Kelsey Kessler thinks that Macha could be the next big star to come through the program.

By Kendall Valenzuela | March 14, 2016

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ASU's Heroes of the Storm team ready for Dorm tournament

"The Real Dream Team" is ready to go ham on the core in the Heroes of the Dorm tournament.

By Danica Barnett | March 13, 2016

ASU softball unable to pick up win on Sunday

The Sun Devils dropped the final two games of the Louisville Slugger Invitational, and Kessler was forced to pitch in both games.

By Leah Brunette | March 13, 2016

ASU tennis grabs second road win of the weekend over Utah

ASU won its third straight match in Pac-12 play despite a disappointing loss from its top player.

By Matt Faye | March 13, 2016

Senior guard Gerry Blakes drives to the rim against OSU during the first round of the Pac-12 Tournament on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. ASU men's basketball lost 75-66.

There's nothing like college basketball

NCAA basketball is a joy to watch, and everyone should give it a try.

By George Heiler | March 13, 2016

Freshman  Ryan Lillard watches for the chance to steal second base in a pre-season exhibition game against the Diamondbacks on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick Resort in North Scottsdale, AZ.

Lillard's single gives ASU baseball third straight walk-off win

The Sun Devils have won eight straight, sweeping three consecutive series, to close out non-conference play.

By Justin Toscano | March 13, 2016

Junior Daisy Carter passes the ball to a teammate during their game against the Stanford Cardinals on March 28, 2015, at the Mona Plummer Aquatic Complex.

No. 9 Sun Devil water polo wins ASU Invitational

ASU staved off an attack from No. 16 Wagner College to take an undefeated weekend.

By Graham Paul | March 13, 2016

Junior Seth Martinez (#8) pitches from the mound on Friday, March 3, 2016, at Phoenix Municipal Stadium during the gamea gainst Eastern Michigan University.

ASU baseball wins third straight extra inning game

Junior Seth Martinez pitches a career-high 11 strikeouts in his eight innings on the mound.

By Haley Stesiak | March 13, 2016

ASU softball wins 1,600th game as a program

Despite starting pitcher Dale Ryndak not throwing as well as she hoped, the Sun Devils defeated Georgetown for the second night in a row.

By Logan Newman | March 12, 2016

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